1950s Wool Norman Norell Camel Coat designer-maurice Modern Sizing Note: The shoulders

Modern Sizing Note: The shoulders will fit up to about 17-18" across before it becomes an issue and sit funny - there is so set seam so if you are smaller it will drape and be fine

The strapless bodice is gathered and fits like a glove well past the waist

This change in size cleverly creates the illusion of an even tinier nipped in waist

Length: 58" from shoulder to hem

1950s Wool Norman Norell Camel Coat designer-maurice Modern Sizing Note: The shouldersFrom the early couture demi couture label this is a lovely classic knit wool coat by Norman Norell. No one did classic like Norell and his earlier pieces seem to cater to that certain lady of means that wanted well made, beautifully cut and tailored pieces like this. The coat is cut simply with no collar and simple sleeves. It buttons down the front with large rounded buttons. An attached belt wraps around the waist to give some definition and sense